A New Look For The New Year
03.01.21 January 03, 2021 Seasonal

A New Look For The New Year

​The New Year is here and it’s time for a fresh start. Whether it’s a new health regime, a resolution to be more eco-conscious or something else, many of us set ourselves goals or plan to make a change or two as the new year sets in. Sometimes it’s nice just to make small changes like a wardrobe refresh. In this week’s blog we thought we’d share some of our favourite pet accessories so you can give your pup a new look of their own. We share some of our favourite leads, harnesses and collars as well as dog coast and jackets. If one of your resolutions is to get fitter in the new year, then why not take your dog along on your walks or runs - we have some fab dog harnesses and leads that are ideal for active dogs.   Our Favourite Pet Clothing & Accessory Ranges Ruffwear Dog Collars, Leads and Harnesses Ruffwear produce some of the most durable dog walking accessories around. Why not ring in 2021 with a new Ruffwear set? The collars and accessories are made from quality webbing and time in a rainbow of colours - there’s a colour to suit every pup! Ruffwear also make some brilliant accessories for the more active dog. If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get fitter and you’re thinking of taking up jogging or running, then the roamer leash is a must. It’s the perfect lead for runners who want their dog to tag along too. It loops around the waist leaving you hands free and has a bungee style to make it comfortable for you and your dog when slowing down or speeding up. There are a number of Ruffwear dog coats in the range too, so you can complete your dog’s new look. All designed to work together perfectly, your dog will look super stylish in his practical new walking set!   Hiro + Wolf Collars, Leads and Accessories If you’re looking for a something truly fashionable and stylish then the range of printed designs by Hiro + Wolf will have your cat or dog looking oh-so-trendy! H+W make a whole variety of matching accessories including collars, leads, harnesses , bow ties and bandanas. Every print is designed in house by their designer Amy and makes for a bold statement. If you want your dog or cat to stand out from the crowd, then a Hiro + Wolf collar is the perfect choice!   Hugo & Hudson H&H make really stylish, practical collars and accessories in a range of fabrics. Our favourites are the tweeds which come in a number of colour options. The collars are finished with an accent silver bone charm and their are matching leads and harnesses available. There are classic green tweeds for the country loving dog, or pink and blue herringbones for those who like a fashionable spin on the classic tweed look. Personally we love them all!   Luxury Leather Collars and Leads by Dogs & Horses Are you looking for understated luxury in your dogs new accessories? Look no further than Dogs & Horses. Whether you choose the super soft rolled leather range, or the more sturdy ‘Colours’ collection, you will not be disappointed with the quality and craftsmanship. Each collar comes in a choice of stunning colours and is finished with heavy duty metal fittings. With a little care, these accessories will last for years to come and your dog will rather dapper wearing them.    Don’t forget to upgrade your Dog’s Coat A new Walking set wouldn’t be complete without a new dog coat to match would it? Whatever your style, we have the ideal coat in our collection. Here are some of our favourites:  For the Stylish Fashionista: Urban Pup - If you have a style conscious pup who has a taste for making a fashion-statement, then the range of dog coats by Urban Pup is made for them! Styles include a camo parka, faux leather flying jacket and a mini trench coat. Your pup will look adorable whatever they choose!  For the Country Lady or Gent: Mutts & Hounds - If your pup is more countryside hound than city pup, then the range of tweed dog coats and quilted jackets will be more their thing. Mutts & Hounds make beautiful quality dog coats in a range of colours that will please even the fussiest pup.  For the Active Dog: Ruffwear - As we mentioned above, Ruffwear make aa brilliant range of premium quality coats for outdoorsy dogs. Technical details abound in this range of dog coats made for a range of different weather conditions.  For the Crazy Print lover: Fuzzyard - Do you have fun-loving dog? The collection of dog coats by FuzzYard feature the most adorable prints including lightning bolts, doughnuts and Monkeys. 

By Zac Girdlestone

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The New Year is here and it’s time for a fresh start. Whether it’s a new health regime, a resolution to be more eco-conscious or something else, many of us set ourselves goals or plan to make a change or two as the new year sets in. Sometimes it’s nice just to make small changes like a wardrobe refresh. In this week’s blog we thought we’d share some of our favourite pet accessories so you can give your pup a new look of their own. We share some of our favourite leads, harnesses and collars as well as dog coast and jackets. If one of your resolutions is to get fitter in the new year, then why not take your dog along on your walks or runs - we have some fab dog harnesses and leads that are ideal for active dogs.

 

Our Favourite Pet Clothing & Accessory Ranges

Ruffwear Dog Collars, Leads and Harnesses

Ruffwear produce some of the most durable dog walking accessories around. Why not ring in 2021 with a new Ruffwear set? The collars and accessories are made from quality webbing and time in a rainbow of colours - there’s a colour to suit every pup! Ruffwear also make some brilliant accessories for the more active dog. If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get fitter and you’re thinking of taking up jogging or running, then the roamer leash is a must. It’s the perfect lead for runners who want their dog to tag along too. It loops around the waist leaving you hands free and has a bungee style to make it comfortable for you and your dog when slowing down or speeding up.

There are a number of Ruffwear dog coats in the range too, so you can complete your dog’s new look. All designed to work together perfectly, your dog will look super stylish in his practical new walking set!

 

Hiro + Wolf Collars, Leads and Accessories

If you’re looking for a something truly fashionable and stylish then the range of printed designs by Hiro + Wolf will have your cat or dog looking oh-so-trendy! H+W make a whole variety of matching accessories including collars, leads, harnesses , bow ties and bandanas. Every print is designed in house by their designer Amy and makes for a bold statement. If you want your dog or cat to stand out from the crowd, then a Hiro + Wolf collar is the perfect choice!

 

Hugo & Hudson

H&H make really stylish, practical collars and accessories in a range of fabrics. Our favourites are the tweeds which come in a number of colour options. The collars are finished with an accent silver bone charm and their are matching leads and harnesses available. There are classic green tweeds for the country loving dog, or pink and blue herringbones for those who like a fashionable spin on the classic tweed look. Personally we love them all!

 

Luxury Leather Collars and Leads by Dogs & Horses

Are you looking for understated luxury in your dogs new accessories? Look no further than Dogs & Horses. Whether you choose the super soft rolled leather range, or the more sturdy ‘Colours’ collection, you will not be disappointed with the quality and craftsmanship. Each collar comes in a choice of stunning colours and is finished with heavy duty metal fittings. With a little care, these accessories will last for years to come and your dog will rather dapper wearing them.

  

Don’t forget to upgrade your Dog’s Coat

A new Walking set wouldn’t be complete without a new dog coat to match would it? Whatever your style, we have the ideal coat in our collection. Here are some of our favourites: 

For the Stylish Fashionista: Urban Pup - If you have a style conscious pup who has a taste for making a fashion-statement, then the range of dog coats by Urban Pup is made for them! Styles include a camo parka, faux leather flying jacket and a mini trench coat. Your pup will look adorable whatever they choose! 

For the Country Lady or Gent: Mutts & Hounds - If your pup is more countryside hound than city pup, then the range of tweed dog coats and quilted jackets will be more their thing. Mutts & Hounds make beautiful quality dog coats in a range of colours that will please even the fussiest pup. 

For the Active Dog: Ruffwear - As we mentioned above, Ruffwear make aa brilliant range of premium quality coats for outdoorsy dogs. Technical details abound in this range of dog coats made for a range of different weather conditions. 

For the Crazy Print lover: Fuzzyard - Do you have fun-loving dog? The collection of dog coats by FuzzYard feature the most adorable prints including lightning bolts, doughnuts and Monkeys. 

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